Bearing Wear Example #1 – Bearing Inner Race Fault

The focus of the previous installment was on cooling water microbiological fouling and control basics, as fouling can cause the most prompt and intense damage in cooling systems.  However, scaling and corrosion can be problematic as well.  Because scale and corrosion control programs often overlap, the next two installments will outline, respectively, primary scale-forming and corrosion mechanisms (scale formation in cooling water systems).  We will tie these together in Part 5 when examining the evolution of scale/corrosion control programs.  

In every industry, particularly manufacturing, businesses depend on a diverse array of physical assets to meet customer expectations. Certain assets, while not necessarily the most expensive, are fundamental to the production of goods or services, underlining their significance in operational processes. The disruption of these pivotal assets can trigger a domino effect, disrupting the entire supply chain and potentially halting operations. Therefore, it is imperative for businesses to implement comprehensive maintenance management strategies for these key assets.

Often overlooked is the opportunity to invest more in preventive maintenance training, ensuring maintenance team members are well-equipped to recognize potential issues and to fix equipment before it requires a more significant intervention.

For facility managers, a consistent power supply is paramount, and Electrical Preventive Maintenance (EPM) is the cornerstone of its reliability.